Topic(s): Measurements and Observations, Global Climate Modeling, Heavy Precipitation/Floods, Drought, Drought, Availability of Water Resources
Grade Level: Middle (6-8), High School (9-12), College Lower (13-14), College Upper (15-16)
This video describes the joint NASA-JAXA GPM (Global Precipitation Measurement) satellite mission and why it is necessary for monitoring precipitation around the Earth. It discusses the science around the hazards of extreme precipitation such as landslides and drought. It emphasizes the value of comprehensive datasets and their ability to help predict natural disasters.